Sunday, March 16, 2008
Saturday, March 15, 2008
Something I don't get to do very often
Today I was a guest at a wedding instead of the photographer! It was really nice to be able to sit and watch 2 people get married and not have worry about making sure I am "getting all the shots" I did however bring my NEW TOY. I got a D300 and have loved the High ISO shooting. For those of you who are photography buffs, these were all shot with no flash, ISO 1600-3200. At 2000 ISO I was able to stop motion, no flash in a fairly dark ceremony. I am pretty thrilled with this new camera. Nikon you ROCK. Coupled with the 1.8 fast lens, I can not WAIT to see what kind of images we pull off this year! MY season kicks off on March 29th! Congrats to Heather and Mandy for your first Solo flight as well as most importantly Congrats to Matt and Emily and their new life together!
You can see from this shot that I was sitting in the way back, this is the preferred seating of a person with 2 children in attendance under the age of 4.
Emily looked GORGEOUS. She looked fabulous in her dress...absolutely gorgeous!
I love the look on Matt's face here, pure, simplistic, joy.
I love this one even though it was really bright coming through the doorways. Matt is somewhat of a wise guy, he is really funny and has this great witty humor, I think I like this one because it looks like he just said something to his guys right as they were walking in...wonder what it was!
Tuesday, March 04, 2008
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
WORKFLOW
It is so fun being a wedding photographer and I love my job, but a consistent thing that I hear from people when I tell them what I do is “Oh my how cool is that, you only work on Saturday for 8 hours”
Well this blog post is inspired by the misconception people have about wedding photographers. YES IT IS FUN, anyone who knows me knows that I love what I do, but I still have to work in order to insure that my clients get the highest quality product.
I have outlined for you what a typical workflow is for ONE WEDDING so as you read this keep in mind that in order to get a full picture of what I do multiple that by however many weddings per year (20-25).
You want to make sure when you are hiring someone that you are confident not only in their skills as a photographer, but also knows how to run and organize a business! It is important to have someone who is organized, efficient, and quick to respond to your needs on the wedding day as well as manage your files happily ever after!
WORK FLOW FOR ONE WEDDING
BOOKING PROCESS
Initial meeting with couple
Type information into a contract, scan contract, email it to clients
Sign returned contract and scan and send to client
Go to bank to deposit retainers
PRE WEDDING DAY PREP
Type up itineraries from Wedding Planning Worksheet
Email exchanges from bride and groom to finalize details
Charge batteries
Clean cameras and lenses (a trip to the camera store) prep and pack equipment
Print directions to all venues
WEDDING DAY
Drive time-leave early to factor in any traffic
Day of coverage (my average package is 8-10 hours)
Drive time home
BACK UP BACK UP BACK UP-download images when I get home to be sure I have 2 copies of everything before I go to bed, so in the wee hours of the am I am at my computer
EDITING PROCESS (after the wedding)
Organize into folders about 800 images
Delete images with eyes closed or out of focus shots
Photoshop, edit, rename files and burn to disc as well as backup on hard drive
Choose photos for a slideshow, download and host up on website
Upload images onto Collages.net
DEVELOPING PHOTOS
Upload to Printing company
Order proofs
Go through proofs once in house and organize into packaging
Package up images write a thank you card
Go to post office to mail and insure
ALBUM DESIGN
Design mock album (several hours)
Upload to host for viewing
Email back and forth with Bride and Groom re edits
Edit any changes to be made to layout
Order-upload to album printing company
Drop ship to client once completed
THE END ☺
The outline just shows the workflow for one wedding, it does not include the other things that I have to do like, return email inquiries, send out information packets, marketing, reprint orders, ordering supplies, keeping up my quickbooks accounting system, engagement sessions, children and family sessions and all the fun stuff that comes with each job.
The joy in all this is that the majority of my job I can do from home. Where I can take care of my 2 little bundles of joy that God has blessed us with! I wouldn’t trade that for the world. I also get to exercise the art of photography which is WHAT I LOVE. I get to practice my artistic expression on a weekly basis. It is kind of like a painter, getting to paint all the time, or a song writer writing for a living. I love this gift that I have been given… the ability to capture moments in time, in peoples lives, memories that are forever captured on film is priceless. For this I am THANKFUL!
I look forward to my “Season” starting at the end of March. Until then, its back to all the 5 albums I have in line to design…
Well this blog post is inspired by the misconception people have about wedding photographers. YES IT IS FUN, anyone who knows me knows that I love what I do, but I still have to work in order to insure that my clients get the highest quality product.
I have outlined for you what a typical workflow is for ONE WEDDING so as you read this keep in mind that in order to get a full picture of what I do multiple that by however many weddings per year (20-25).
You want to make sure when you are hiring someone that you are confident not only in their skills as a photographer, but also knows how to run and organize a business! It is important to have someone who is organized, efficient, and quick to respond to your needs on the wedding day as well as manage your files happily ever after!
WORK FLOW FOR ONE WEDDING
BOOKING PROCESS
Initial meeting with couple
Type information into a contract, scan contract, email it to clients
Sign returned contract and scan and send to client
Go to bank to deposit retainers
PRE WEDDING DAY PREP
Type up itineraries from Wedding Planning Worksheet
Email exchanges from bride and groom to finalize details
Charge batteries
Clean cameras and lenses (a trip to the camera store) prep and pack equipment
Print directions to all venues
WEDDING DAY
Drive time-leave early to factor in any traffic
Day of coverage (my average package is 8-10 hours)
Drive time home
BACK UP BACK UP BACK UP-download images when I get home to be sure I have 2 copies of everything before I go to bed, so in the wee hours of the am I am at my computer
EDITING PROCESS (after the wedding)
Organize into folders about 800 images
Delete images with eyes closed or out of focus shots
Photoshop, edit, rename files and burn to disc as well as backup on hard drive
Choose photos for a slideshow, download and host up on website
Upload images onto Collages.net
DEVELOPING PHOTOS
Upload to Printing company
Order proofs
Go through proofs once in house and organize into packaging
Package up images write a thank you card
Go to post office to mail and insure
ALBUM DESIGN
Design mock album (several hours)
Upload to host for viewing
Email back and forth with Bride and Groom re edits
Edit any changes to be made to layout
Order-upload to album printing company
Drop ship to client once completed
THE END ☺
The outline just shows the workflow for one wedding, it does not include the other things that I have to do like, return email inquiries, send out information packets, marketing, reprint orders, ordering supplies, keeping up my quickbooks accounting system, engagement sessions, children and family sessions and all the fun stuff that comes with each job.
The joy in all this is that the majority of my job I can do from home. Where I can take care of my 2 little bundles of joy that God has blessed us with! I wouldn’t trade that for the world. I also get to exercise the art of photography which is WHAT I LOVE. I get to practice my artistic expression on a weekly basis. It is kind of like a painter, getting to paint all the time, or a song writer writing for a living. I love this gift that I have been given… the ability to capture moments in time, in peoples lives, memories that are forever captured on film is priceless. For this I am THANKFUL!
I look forward to my “Season” starting at the end of March. Until then, its back to all the 5 albums I have in line to design…
Monday, February 25, 2008
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This is my husband and his brother and sister...hilarious...
Hat Head
Our sweet friend bought this for Abigail from Highland county VA. (The farm we went to last 4th of July) It is so sweet and has kept her little head very warm these past few cold days.On a side note, I am thankful to say we are all feeling better :) Abby did NOT get sick...that in and of itself is a miracle! We are so thankful!
Sunday, February 17, 2008
The Flu
Please pray for my sweet little Grace. She is sick with the Flu and has had very high temps all week. Please pray that my 3 month old does not get it! Mama is already starting to feel sick!
I may not respond to emails as quickly as I normally do. Hopefully we will be back in full swing soon! I HOPE!
Stacy
I may not respond to emails as quickly as I normally do. Hopefully we will be back in full swing soon! I HOPE!
Stacy
Thursday, February 14, 2008
Happy Valentines Day
To my favorite person in the whole wide world! This man is #1 in my book. He is my best friend and I love living life along side of him. He has a heart of gold, is all the things I had ever hoped for in a husband an more. He is genuine, loving, giving, devoted, faithful, kind and most of all my very best friend. He encourages me in my photography and has been my number 1 fan. I could not have the business that I have today if he didn't believe in me and encourage me to pursue what brings me joy in life. I love you dearly sweetheart and look forward to many "ValentiMes" with you :)
Thursday, February 07, 2008
I AM LIVE
Check out my new website! I am pretty excited! Ok so I need my faithful blog readers to email any concerns you may have, images, text sections (I am a horible speller) whatever.
I am really excited about this!
I have a client proofing section (which is not live yet), shopping cart so people can order right off line (not up yet due to not having an event to proof at this time) and a calendar section so people can check my availability~ LOVE IT!
Stacy
www.stacyrichardsonphotography.com
I am really excited about this!
I have a client proofing section (which is not live yet), shopping cart so people can order right off line (not up yet due to not having an event to proof at this time) and a calendar section so people can check my availability~ LOVE IT!
Stacy
www.stacyrichardsonphotography.com
Monday, February 04, 2008
Friday, February 01, 2008
Alabama
We just got back from a relaxing trip to Alabama to visit family. We had a great time!
One of their dogs had puppies that was fun!
My Dad taught Grace how to play tic-tac-toe
Shelby is growing up!
Aunt Mamie
My Dad and Grace
Sunday, January 13, 2008
Evan
Is he not a cutie!
Thanks to Jennifer and Brian for letting me take photos of your precious little one! He is 6 months old, just sitting up my favorite time to photograph em...when they are sitting but still not MOBILE!
Thanks to Jennifer and Brian for letting me take photos of your precious little one! He is 6 months old, just sitting up my favorite time to photograph em...when they are sitting but still not MOBILE!
Friday, January 11, 2008
Sneek Peek
I am working on getting my new site up and running. There will be a calendar page to check availability, a proofing section for clients to order online directly with a credit card!
I am really excited about it...stay tuned for the final launch!
Stacy
I am really excited about it...stay tuned for the final launch!
Stacy
Thursday, January 03, 2008
The New Year
Having a newborn has kept me a little more homebound than normal. My wedding season picks up FULL SWING in March, I am fully booked May June and most of July so if you are thinking of calling me, do it quick! I cap off at a certain number of weddings each year to ensure that I don't burn out and to make sure that each couple gets 110% of me! I am currently working on a new launch, albums designs and some new products...so stay tuned for the fun surprising facelift we will be getting around here! I am REALLY EXCITED about it! STAY TUNED....for now though...enjoy my homebound pictures of my 2 precious little girls!
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